Liverpool are stepping up their efforts to sign Arne Slott as a new winger this summer, Chelsea are interested in the Borussia Dortmund star and Monday’s Euro Paper Talk includes the striker giving big hints about joining Arsenal or Manchester United became.
Liverpool in pursuit of key winger
Liverpool’s new manager Arne Slott could be inheriting a new weapon at Anfield as the club are reportedly speeding up their pursuit of Juventus’ Federico Chiesa.
Now that Jurgen Klopp has managed his final game for Liverpool, attention will soon turn to the club’s next chapter. If Slot is to help Liverpool continue their fantastic success under Klopp, he will need to be backed up by some outstanding signings.
One of the players Klopp failed to bring to Anfield is Chiesa. This is despite the German’s great respect for Chiesa and much speculation about a possible transfer.
However, it is looking increasingly likely that the electric winger will arrive on Merseyside this summer. Last April, it was revealed that Liverpool were frontrunners to sign Chiesa.
The 26-year-old is in contract talks with Juve as his current contract expires in June 2025, but no new contract has yet been agreed.
According to a new report out of Italy, the contract issue is a major concern for Liverpool and the Reds have now ‘stepped up’ their pursuit of Chiesa.
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Liverpool executives sent a scout to watch the striker in action during Juve’s Coppa Italia win over Atalanta on Wednesday.
And Liverpool CEO Michael Edwards is expected to begin talks with Juve about a potential deal in the near future.
Will the Reds finally sign Federico Chiesa?
Juve have tentatively set Chiesa’s price tag at an ambitious €60m (£51m), but are well aware that his contract situation weakens their negotiating position.
If Edwards enters discussions with the Juve team, he will likely try to lower his asking price and potentially get a deal done for around £40m.
Chiesa primarily plays as a left winger, but can also play on the right or as a centre-forward, so he could strengthen a number of different positions for Liverpool.
Considering Chiesa is a European champion with Italy and a two-time Coppa Italia winner with Juve, his arrival would herald Liverpool’s summer signings.
But Chiesa may not be the first player to sign with Slot’s team in the summer. It has been revealed that Liverpool will be the first to secure a new centre-back, with possible options being Goncalo Inacio, Odilon Cosuno and Willian Pacho.
New West Ham manager inbound
West Ham have reached a full agreement with Julen Lopetegui, who looks set to succeed David Moyes as manager. (Sky Sports)
AC Milan are back in the mix to nab manager Roberto De Zerbi as they no longer have to pay his huge transfer clause at Brighton. (Gazzetta dello Sport)
Manchester United are hoping to sign Wolves left-back Rayan Aitnouri before Arsenal. Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s back-up option is Brest’s Bradley Locko. (Jeunes Footeux)
Juve are waiting for Crystal Palace to make an offer for Argentine winger Matias Soule. The sale will help Juve fund the transfer of Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee. (Tuto Sports)
Nuno Espirito Santo could leave Nottingham Forest despite keeping the club at the top of the table this season. (Fabrizio Romano)
Forward Eyes Big Prem Transfer
Brian Brobbey has once again spoken about the possibility of playing in England, calling Arsenal and Manchester United ‘very good clubs’. (NOS)
Barcelona midfielder Frenkie de Jong is back on Chelsea’s radar ahead of the resumption of this summer’s transfer window. (various)
Manchester United are now more likely to sign Jarrad Branthwaite after Everton signed former Spurs player Davinson Sanchez as a replacement. (Caught offside)
Aston Villa could form a new multi-club partnership with Spanish side Osasuna, who currently sit 11th in La Liga. (Diario de Noticias)
Chelsea for Bundesliga Goalkeepers
Chelsea are planning a move for Borussia Dortmund goalkeeper Gregor Kobel, who is valued at £43-50m. (Sky Germany)
Arsenal are the ‘best club’ led by RB Leipzig’s Benjamin Cesco, but Tottenham are also in the mix. (various)
Chelsea are considering a statement move for Theun Koopmeiners, who has been heavily linked with a slot reunion at Liverpool. (Tuto Juve)
Chelsea are also said to be interested in Manchester United centre-back target Gleyson Bremer. (Tuto Sports)
Atletico Madrid are big fans of Ukrainian goal machine Artem Dovbyk but are hoping Girona will drop their €40m (£34m) demand. (Soccer Spain)
